Portland Fire Edge Seattle Storm in Close Contest
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center
Portland Fire 94, Seattle Storm 89, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Seattle Storm vs Portland Fire?
Portland Fire beat Seattle Storm 94-89 at Moda Center on June 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Seattle Storm vs Portland Fire?
Portland Fire were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -180 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Portland Fire secured a narrow victory over the Seattle Storm with a final score of 94-89. This win marks the Fire's fifth consecutive victory over the Storm, extending their dominance in the series to 4-0. The game took place at the Moda Center, where the Fire have a home record of 3-3 this season.
The Fire entered the game with a record of 8-9, having struggled recently with a 4-6 record over their last ten games. Their scoring average during this stretch was 78.6 points per game, while they allowed an average of 86.2 points. In their last five games, the Fire managed to win just once, averaging 78.2 points scored and 92.4 points allowed. Their most recent outing before facing the Storm was a loss against the Minnesota Lynx, where they fell 74-107.
On the other hand, the Seattle Storm, with a record of 3-13, have been struggling significantly, losing their last eight games. In their last ten games, they recorded just two wins, averaging 74.8 points scored and allowing 81.9 points. Their latest defeat came against the Golden State Valkyries, where they lost 72-76. The Storm's away record remains troubling, as they have yet to secure a win in their last four away games.
The matchup was further complicated by injury concerns for both teams. The Fire were without Carla Leite, Frieda Buhner, Luisa Geiselsoder, Sarah Ashlee Barker, and Sania Feagin, with varying reasons for their absences, including personal matters and injuries. The Storm also faced challenges, missing Natisha Hiedeman due to a shoulder injury and Awa Fam for non-injury-related reasons.
The betting market reflected the Fire's status as favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at -4.5 in favor of Portland, and a total of 163.5 for the game. The odds for the Fire to win outright were listed at -180.0, while the Storm's moneyline was set at 150.0.
As the game progressed, both teams displayed moments of offensive brilliance and defensive lapses. The fourth quarter was particularly intense, with the teams exchanging leads and showcasing their shooting skills. Key moments included a crucial three-pointer by Megan Gustafson that tied the game at 89-89, followed by a go-ahead three-pointer from Bridget Carleton that sealed the victory for the Fire.
Fans watching the game noted the competitive spirit and the high stakes for both teams, as the Fire aimed to improve their standing while the Storm sought to end their losing streak. The game was a testament to the resilience of the Fire, who, despite their recent struggles, managed to pull through in a close finish.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | POR -4.5 | 163.5 o -105 / u -115 | Seattle Storm +150 · Portland Fire -180 |
Injury report
- Carla LeiteOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Frieda BuhnerOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Luisa GeiselsoderOutPersonalPortland Fire
- Sarah Ashlee BarkerOutKneePortland Fire
- Sania FeaginOutKneePortland Fire
- Natisha HiedemanOutShoulderSeattle Storm
- Awa FamOutNot Injury RelatedSeattle Storm
Leaders
- PointsBridget Carleton24Portland Fire
- AssistsCarla Leite10Portland Fire
- ReboundsSarah Ashlee Barker6Portland Fire
- PointsDominique Malonga28Seattle Storm
- AssistsJade Melbourne8Seattle Storm
- ReboundsDominique Malonga11Seattle Storm
Recent form
Portland Fire
Last 10: 4-6Streak L178.6 scored · 86.2 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L74-107at Minnesota LynxJun 16
- W84-83vs Dallas WingsJun 14
- L89-105vs Las Vegas AcesJun 12
- L72-89at Los Angeles SparksJun 7
- L72-78vs Phoenix MercuryJun 6
- L77-95at Golden State ValkyriesJun 3
- W100-84vs Indiana FeverMay 31
- L66-86vs Atlanta DreamMay 30
- W71-61vs Connecticut SunMay 28
- W81-74at New York LibertyMay 26
Seattle Storm
Last 10: 2-8Streak L874.8 scored · 81.9 allowed per game0-4 away
- L72-76vs Golden State ValkyriesJun 13
- L83-88vs Los Angeles SparksJun 11
- L91-101at Las Vegas AcesJun 9
- L68-88at Minnesota LynxJun 6
- L68-72vs Phoenix MercuryJun 4
- L56-79at Dallas WingsJun 2
- L72-93at Toronto TempoMay 30
- L64-78vs Washington MysticsMay 28
- W97-85vs Washington MysticsMay 24
- W77-59vs Connecticut SunMay 23
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Seattle Storm | Portland Fire |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-67 | 27-70 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 17-42 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 40 |
| Free throws | 16-19 | 23-27 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 18 |
| Assists | 22 | 20 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 18 |
| Fouls | 18 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 54 | 33 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter57-56Carla Leite makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter60-56Awa Fam makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-56Jade Melbourne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-56Jade Melbourne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-56Dominique Malonga makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter66-56Dominique Malonga makes 3-foot layup (Flau'jae Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-56Natisha Hiedeman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-56Natisha Hiedeman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-59Karlie Samuelson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Teja Oblak assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-61Teja Oblak makes 9-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-61Jade Melbourne makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter70-62Karlie Samuelson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-63Karlie Samuelson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-63Jade Melbourne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-63Jade Melbourne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-66Karlie Samuelson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Teja Oblak assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-66Awa Fam makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter74-67Serah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter74-70Bridget Carleton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Emily Engstler assists)
- 4th Quarter74-72Carla Leite makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter75-72Dominique Malonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-72Dominique Malonga makes running layup (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 4th Quarter77-73Bridget Carleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-74Bridget Carleton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-75Carla Leite makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-76Carla Leite makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-76Awa Fam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-76Awa Fam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter81-76Dominique Malonga makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter81-79Bridget Carleton makes 23-foot three pointer (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter84-79Awa Fam makes 24-foot three point jumper (Natisha Hiedeman assists)
- 4th Quarter84-81Megan Gustafson makes layup (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter87-81Natisha Hiedeman makes 26-foot three pointer (Awa Fam assists)
- 4th Quarter87-84Emily Engstler makes 26-foot three point jumper (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter89-84Dominique Malonga makes 4-foot two point shot (Natisha Hiedeman assists)
- 4th Quarter89-85Carla Leite makes free throw flagrant 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-86Carla Leite makes free throw flagrant 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-89Megan Gustafson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter89-91Emily Engstler makes 6-foot two point shot (Bridget Carleton assists)
- 4th Quarter89-94Bridget Carleton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Emily Engstler assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Fire, below favours Seattle Storm.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance13084
- OfficialsIsaac Barnett, Jason Alabanza, Josh Reed
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